03175nam a2200517Ii 4500 ocn892340602 OCoLC 20200709060215.0 m d cr cnu---unuuu 141006s2014 orua ob 000 0 eng d N$T eng rda pn N$T 9781630872496 electronic bk. 1630872490 electronic bk. 9781625644664 1625644663 (OCoLC)892340602 834334 (N$T) BV2618.4 .B35 2014eb REL 012000 bisacsh 248.246 22 N$TA Baker, Esther, author. Buddhism in the light of Christ : a former Buddhist nun's reflections, with some helpful suggestions on how to reach out to your Buddist friend / Esther Baker ; [foreword by Alex G. Smith]. Eugene, Oregon : Resource Publications, c2014. 1 online resource (xvi, 150 pages) : illustration. text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Includes bibliographical references (pages 147-150). "Buddhism's influence is growing in the West, as seen in the widespread use of ''Buddhist mindfulness apps'' in people's attempts to unwind, or the casual use of words like ''nirvana'' and ''karma'' that have crept into the English language. Whether we meet it in the East or West, what is Buddhism? What is at the heart of its teachings? How does Buddhism differ from Christianity, and are they compatible? Through a collection of true short stories and testimonies, Buddhism in the Light of Christ-- a sequel and companion to Esther Baker's first book, I Once was a Buddhist Nun-- takes an insightful look at some core Buddhist beliefs and practices, and then reflects on them from a Christian viewpoint and biblical understanding. Esther tackles important questions such as: ''How does the Buddhist goal nirvana and God differ?'' and ''Is Buddhism a form of idolatry?'' Her responses reveal a penetrating understanding that helps to unravel and demystify the true nature of Buddhism. Buddhism in the Light of Christ also includes helpful suggestions on how to share Jesus with Buddhist friends, as well as important considerations regarding discipleship once a Buddhist has come to know Christ."--Back cover. Print version record. Christian converts from Buddhism. Buddhism. Christian biography. Buddhism. fast (OCoLC)fst00840028 Christian biography. fast (OCoLC)fst00858936 Christian converts from Buddhism. fast (OCoLC)fst00858964 RELIGION / Christian Life / General bisacsh Electronic books. Print version: Baker, Esther, author. Buddhism in the light of Christ 9781625644664 (OCoLC)878502380 EBSCOhost http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&db=nlabk&AN=834334 EBSCOhost EBSC 834334 cpp2010 02 N$T 55352 55352